December weather forecast
Foresthill, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Foresthill, California, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.2°F (1.2°C) and max 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

In Foresthill, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Foresthill, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of precipitation. In Foresthill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 35.94" (913mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Foresthill, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Foresthill, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.8 days and aggregates up to 56.06" (1424mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Foresthill is 5.8h.

UV index

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Foresthill's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C), is the coldest in the year.

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Foresthill, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Foresthill, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Foresthill, California, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Foresthill?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Foresthill have in December?

In Foresthill, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Foresthill, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Foresthill, CA

Average temperature in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Foresthill, CA

Average pressure in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Foresthill, CA

Average wind speed in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Foresthill, CA

Average humidity in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Foresthill, CA

Average rainfall in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (7.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
Foresthill, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Foresthill, CA

Average snowfall in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (17.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Foresthill, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Foresthill, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Foresthill, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Foresthill, CA

Average UV index in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Foresthill, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Foresthill, CA

Average visibility in December - Foresthill, CA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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